Articles by Mike Prospero, U.S. Editor-in-Chief, Tom's Guide

Michael A. Prospero is the U.S. Editor-in-Chief for Tom’s Guide. He oversees all evergreen content and oversees the Homes, Smart Home, and Fitness/Wearables categories for the site. In his spare time, he also tests out the latest drones, electric scooters, and smart home gadgets, such as video doorbells. Before his tenure at Tom's Guide, he was the Reviews Editor for Laptop Magazine, a reporter at Fast Company, the Times of Trenton, and, many eons back, an intern at George magazine. He received his undergraduate degree from Boston College, where he worked on the campus newspaper The Heights, and then attended the Columbia University school of Journalism. When he’s not testing out the latest running watch, electric scooter, or skiing or training for a marathon, he’s probably using the latest sous vide machine, smoker, or pizza oven, to the delight — or chagrin — of his family.

Articles by: Mike Prospero

Forget Mandalorian — The Bad Batch is the best Star Wars show you’re not watching

By Mike Prospero published 31 March 23

The Bad Batch answers some big questions in the Star Wars universe, but is a great story on its own.

Amazon’s Sidewalk developer kit just revealed how many of my neighbors use Ring and Alexa

By Mike Prospero published 28 March 23

Amazon wants developers to start making products that work with its Sidewalk network, so it's revealing just how big it is.

Sonos Era 300 — 3 reasons to buy and 3 reasons to skip

By Mike Prospero published 28 March 23

The Sonos Era 300 can play Dolby Atmos and sounds amazing. But that doesn't mean it's for everyone.

Sonos Era 100 vs. Apple HomePod 2

By Mike Prospero published 27 March 23

We pit the Sonos Era 100 vs the Apple HomePod Gen 2 in a five-round competition to see which is the best.

Sonos Era 300 review

By Mike Prospero published 27 March 23

The Sonos Era 300 sports an innovative design and supports spatial audio, bringing this smart speaker to a new level.

5 things I learned when I ran 20 miles in Under Armour's $250 carbon fiber super shoes

By Mike Prospero published 18 March 23

I ran with Under Armour's Flow Velociti Elite running shoes; here's what I found.

De’Longhi TrueBrew coffee maker review

By Mike Prospero published 15 March 23

This coffee maker has a built in burr grinder and makes excellent coffee, but the price is steep.

Hiboy S2 review

By Mike Prospero published 9 March 23

A value-packed electric scooter.

Ring Battery Plus Doorbell boasts head-to-toe video and package detection

By Mike Prospero last updated 8 March 23

The new Ring Battery Plus has a wider field of view and package detection

2 million Cosori air fryers recalled — model list and how to get a free replacement

By Mike Prospero last updated 13 March 23

Cosori has recalled 2 million of its air fryers due to a potential fire hazard

Sonos Era 100 vs. Sonos One

By Mike Prospero published 7 March 23

The differences between the Sonos Era 100 and the Sonos One smart speakers

Odinlake Ergo Plus 743 review

By Mike Prospero published 2 March 23

Our review of the Odinlake Ergo Plus 743 office chair.

I just discovered this underrated Chrome feature — and it’s a game changer

By Mike Prospero published 2 March 23

Three years after it was introduced, I finally discovered group tabs in Chrome and it's a game changer.

Which Ooni pizza oven is best for you?

By Mike Prospero last updated 2 March 23

A look at all of Ooni's pizza ovens based on their price, features, and more

Ray-Ban Stories review: What a spectacle

By Mike Prospero published 17 February 23

The Ray-Ban Stories can play music and take photos and video, but still show that smart glasses have a long way to go — not to mention the privacy concerns.

I used Hasbro’s 3D printing app to make myself into an action figure — there’s just one problem

By Mike Prospero published 12 February 23

I tried Hasbro's Selfie Series, which lets you put your head onto a real action figure.

Philadelphia Eagles vs San Francisco 49ers

The best way to remove grass stains, according to the guy who cleans the Philadelphia Eagles' uniforms

By Mike Prospero published 11 February 23

The guy that cleans the Philadelphia Eagles' uniforms after each game shares his cleaning tips.

DJI launches its cheapest drone yet, the Mini 2 SE

By Mike Prospero published 9 February 23

Price, specs, and availability for the DJI Mini 2 SE, the company's least expensive drone.

Not again! The HomePod 2 stained my furniture — just like the original

By Mike Prospero published 1 February 23

Just like the first HomePod, the HomePod 2 will leave a white mark on some wood furniture.

Apple HomePod 2 review: A stellar but pricey sequel

By Mike Prospero last updated 1 February 23

Apple’s second-generation HomePod sounds just as great as the original, and has a few more smart home improvements.

Apple HomePod vs. HomePod 2: What's different?

By Mike Prospero last updated 31 January 23

Here are all the changes Apple has made from the original HomePod to the HomePod (2nd generation).

First look: the Apple HomePod 2 sounds great, but is that enough?

By Mike Prospero last updated 31 January 23

I was able to listen to a few selections from the Apple HomePod (2nd generation); here's what I thought.

An Apple smart display could be on the way — and not a moment too soon

By Mike Prospero published 19 January 23

Apple could be working on an iPad-like smart display that would let you control all your smart home devices and make FaceTime calls.

Razor Icon electric scooter review: A classic, reinvented

By Mike Prospero published 18 January 23

The Razor Icon is a great-looking electric scooter that pays tribute to the company’s first-ever scooter.

The new Android Auto first look — here's all the upgrades

By Mike Prospero published 13 January 23

The new Android Auto features a bunch of changes designed to improve navigation, entertainment, and distracted driving.

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